A little bit of prevention goes a long way when it comes to your breast health. Did you know 1 in 8 women will get breast cancer at some time in her life? At Penn State Health Breast Center, we encourage an annual breast exam and mammography to make sure your long-term health is never at risk. Remember, early detection is a lifesaver.
There are so many reasons to count on Penn State Health Breast Center with your care. We provide breast health support, education and services to women of every age. Our caring and compassionate staff makes getting a mammogram an easy experience. Plus, we have a team of top breast specialists backed by the latest, most advanced technology.
Our comprehensive services include:
- 3D mammography, which is able to detect tumors that may not be noticed during a physical examination
- Automated whole breast ultrasound and breast MRI which capture images that can better detect cancers in certain groups of women
- Expert radiologists who specialize in reading breast imaging, to provide you with accurate results
- Genetic counseling to let you know your inherited risks for developing breast cancer
- Convenient, same-day results
Catching breast cancer early is key. Make sure that you don’t miss an annual mammogram. Penn State Health Breast Center is here to keep you healthy for a long time to come.
When do I get a mammogram?
The American College of Radiology (ACR) and Society of Breast Imaging (SBI) continue to recommend that women get yearly mammograms starting at age 40. The American Cancer Society’s (ACS) breast cancer screening guidelines state that starting annual mammography at age 40 saves the most lives.
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How we’re keeping you safe now.
During these uncertain times, your safety is our #1 priority. We want you to trust when you come to any Penn State Health location, for any reason, we have your absolute well-being in mind. We have instituted a number of enhanced safety measures so you can be confident, including:
- Screening all patients and visitors for symptoms of and possible exposure to COVID-19
- Limiting the number of visitors that may accompany a patient, allowing one family/support person per patient per day
- Requiring masks be worn by all patients, visitors and staff
- Practicing social distancing in all areas
- Streamlining registration, triage, check-in and checkout
